Meet Our Writer
Jason Baker was born here in Burke County and has lived here since. Growing up in the Drexel community and being a part of the sports scene since childhood, Jason brings a lot of experience and knowledge in the field of sports. Jason started out playing football as a young child with an ambition that would follow him all the way to High School. He was a member of the East Burke High School football team for the entirety of his educational years and has been a presence at the games there after. Jason has been a trusted writer for the Morganton News Herald and continues to write for his local supporters.
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Foothills Elite 8: 2025 Football #3
#1 Watauga Pioneers (10-0) Alexander Central 42-20 W, McDowell 55-21 W, St Stephens 28-18 W #2 Hickory Red Tornadoes (9-1) East Lincoln...
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10/20-25/25 Scoreboard
FOOTBALL Chase 62, Draughn 0 East Rutherford 53, East Burke 24 Valdese Tigers 5-7 team win over George Hildebrand (finishes regular season...





